Scout Visits

Boy and Girl Scout Programs and Visits

Education Programs

Scout groups visiting the refuge may desire to schedule an education program. These programs are free of charge. Please contact the refuge at least one month before your desired visit.

Camping

The North Tract entrance of the Refuge offers camping to scouts and 4-H groups mid-March through the end of June. Camp sites are for primitive camping - use of tents only! Please contact North Tract at 301 497-5770 for more information. Camp Introduction Letter (PDF) Camp Request Form (PDF)

If leaders have further questions they may contact Kaitlyn Baligush (email Kaitlyn_Baligush@fws.gov) phone 301 497-5630).

Conservation work projects

Group work projects are coordinated by Jeff Bolden. Leaders should contact Jeff at 301-497-5701 to inquire about possible projects.

What We Do

Scarlet Tanager

The scarlet tanager (Piranga olivacea) is a medium sized song bird native to the northeast upland forest. Tanagers are often hard to spot as they frequent the highest reaches of the tree canopy. The brilliant red and black plumage of the breeding male is a treat to see. Tanagers seek out insects during the summer months and fruits during migration back to their wintering grounds in the tropics.